Rock Climbing · Durango, CO
Better Than Jail Time
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 3 miStorms build later today. Plan an early finish.
Partly Cloudy
Feels like 88°
Storm chance
5% tonight
Wind
5 mph NNW
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 69°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
47ft
High point
6,884ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Better Than Jail Time is a sport climbing route located in Durango, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 6,884 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. The specific route is a 50-foot (15-meter) sport climb characterized by whitish, arch-like rock features and sculpted surfaces. It begins in a small rock corridor approximately 20 feet to the right of the Junk Store Chimney. Climbers follow five bolts to a new anchor established in August 2022, with the fourth bolt clipping noted as slightly tricky. The route features an original trad start option just right and up from the main line, leading to a thin crack around 15 feet. Parking is available on site, and the area is pet friendly. The climbing season extends year-round from January through December, though winter conditions may require additional precautions. A typical outing lasts about 4 hours.
Trail profile
Gain
47 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
6,884 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified
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